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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1912

Page

9

BOWELS WEAKEN WITH AGE CLAIMS

An article argues aging weakens stomach and liver functions and urges regular activity and mild laxatives. It endorses Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a gentler, nature-like remedy to train bowels to act naturally, noting several residents who use it.

Dr. Caldwell Augusta

Sample Bottle Request for Syrup Pepsin

An advertisement offers Syrup Pepsin labeled as safe for the elderly. It notes bottle prices of fifty cents and one dollar, recommends trying the fifty cent size first, and promises a money refund if results are not achieved. Readers may request a free sample by sending their address to Dr. W. B. Caldwell in Monticello Indiana.

W. B. Caldwell Washington St Monticello

Parrot May Solve Tragedy in Johnsons Murder Case

Denver police believe a pet parrot, the sole living witness to a tragedy at Mr. and Mrs. Dewitt C. Johnsons, may reveal clues about their deaths. The bird, once heard repeating phrases, sits in a darkened cage as witnesses monitor its speech for possible details of quarrels or words heard.

Denver Dewitt C. Johnson A. L. Simpson Simpson Johnsons

Lap robes for auto or carriage by Wood ward Carriage Co

Wood ward Carriage Company offers lap robes in plush or wool for automobiles or carriages. Durable fabrics for cold seasons. Available in standard sizes with tailored edges and secure fastenings. Includes plain and patterned options suitable for vintage and modern vehicles.

Woodward Carriage Company

Price of a modern soldier of fortune ends in tears

Dorothy Dix examines Marie Van Rensimer Barnes aboard the Paris set and the downfall of a woman who chased wealth and romance. The former waitress, tied to wealthy husbands, becomes entangled with Walter de Mumm, a breakup, a pistol shot, and a society scandal. The column ponders whether such adventure pays, and notes the fate of many feminine fortune seekers.

Dorothy Dix D’artagnans Evelyn Nesbits Lillian Mrs. Barnes Mary Jane Marie van Itensimer Pennsylvania Marie David Barnes Mary van Rensimer Barnes New York Paris George H. Creel Jr France Walter de Mumm Dé Mumm de Mumm Marie van Rensimer Avenue du Ois de Boulogne Soldiers of Fortune

Vanity at a City Dinner Crowded with Attention

A crowded New York restaurant scene follows Warren and Helen as a head waiter treats them with special service. Warren’s vanity grows from perceived status while Helen notes the discounting food quality and the surprising origin of the waiter’s familiarity. They discover the arrangement stems from a mistaken luncheon habit and depart for air, ending with Dr. J. R. Cunningham listed in the odd closing line.

Warren Helen Maggie Winchester Country Club Mr. Forbes Mr Warren

Shoe polish and cleaners advertised in 1900s clipping

An OCR fragment advertises various shoe care products including GILT EDG dressing for black shoes, STAR and DANI polishes for women and children, HM GLOBS for russet or tan shoes, QUICKITE liquid for canvas, and BABY MADE polish with a brush. Mentions prices like 26¢ to 25¢ and references to Tex and a new company area.

Fred Dani Fk ConBeurk

Unimpeachable Testimony For Hood's Sarsaparilla

A quảng encouraging line extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy for a blood disease, urging immediate use due to the vast, unimpeachable testimony supporting its effectiveness.

Christmas Dinner at Gunter Hotel Dinner Special

Special Christmas dinner on December 25 from 6 to 8 30 p m at the Gunter Hotel. Plate price listed as $1 50. Reservations noted with property contact.

Gunter Hotel Pbhaps Reau Estate Reie

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